Service Designer Salary in Queensland, Australia

Salaries for mid‑level service designers in Queensland vary. Living costs vary by location.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

A$60,000 to A$72,000

Average (per year)

A$66,500

In Toowoomba, government agencies and regional health providers employ early-career designers.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

A$74,000 to A$87,000

Average (per year)

A$80,000

Agriculture and education are supported by mid-level roles.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

A$90,000 to A$105,000

Average (per year)

A$96,000

Projects for employers and regional government are managed by senior designers.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

A$105,000+

Principal designers work in healthcare, logistics, and education.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

A$35 - A$48

per hour

Mid-level

A$50 - A$65

per hour

Senior

A$70 - A$95

per hour

Nationally, service designers earn around A$85,000, so Queensland sits slightly below the average. Cost of living influences salary comparisons.